91°
Mostly Cloudy
10%
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Brevard County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Cocoa Beach
401 Meade Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
The Space Coast's flagship beach — 5 miles of Atlantic sand within sight of Kennedy Space Center rocket launches. The Cocoa Beach Pier and Ron Jon Surf Shop define the local identity. Surfable, family-friendly, and the place to watch a SpaceX launch from the water.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
81°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 91. Heat index values as high as 103. Southeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 79. South southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Weather
- 91°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 81°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
65 /100
good
68 Swim
52 Sunbathe
72 Walk
75 Fish
79 Photo
Best for photography today
Water level 0.7 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
91°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
15 mph
SE
Rain
10%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
91°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
81°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
1.6 ft
3s · SE swell
Water Quality
Clean
64 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (FLZ747)
The MLB office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- FLZ141 Coastal Volusia-Mainland Northern Brevard — Northern Brevard Barrier Islands n/a
- FLZ154 Coastal Indian River-Mainland Southern Brevard — Southern Brevard Barrier Islands n/a
- FLZ159 Coastal Saint Lucie-Coastal Martin — Fort Pierce Inlet, Jensen Beach, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:36 AM
Sunset
8:20 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:39 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 11:48 AM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 5:54 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:04 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 6:29 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 12:43 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 6:54 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:52 AM | High | 3.2 ft |
| 7:17 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 1:37 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 7:52 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:38 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 8:02 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 2:31 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 8:49 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:27 AM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 8:48 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 3:30 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 9:48 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:22 AM | High | 2.4 ft |
| 9:37 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 4:27 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 10:46 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:20 AM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 10:26 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 5:16 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 11:38 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8721604, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
91°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
36
92°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
27
91°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
35
90°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
40
90°
Mostly Sunny
14%
73
89°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
42
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 81°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 91°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
10:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Major
3:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Minor
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Major
4:10 PM - 6:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid public lots near the Pier; metered street parking on A1A.
Dogs
Pets prohibited on most of Cocoa Beach. Designated dog area between 4th St South and Murkshe Park; allowed 6–10 AM and 4–7 PM (5–9 PM during DST); leashed (max 10 ft).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
401 Meade Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Cocoa Beach today?
Cocoa Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Cocoa Beach dog-friendly?
Pets prohibited on most of Cocoa Beach. Designated dog area between 4th St South and Murkshe Park; allowed 6–10 AM and 4–7 PM (5–9 PM during DST); leashed (max 10 ft).
Is there an entry fee at Cocoa Beach?
Entry to Cocoa Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Cocoa Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Cocoa Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Cocoa Beach?
Amenities at Cocoa Beach include lifeguards, pier, restaurants, restrooms, showers, surf shop.
When is the water warmest at Cocoa Beach?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Cocoa Beach located?
Cocoa Beach is in Brevard County, FL, at 401 Meade Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS